steve1 5 #1 February 14, 2002 A while back I was having trouble keeping up with a base that was way too floaty. Our load organizer suggested that I get some slow sleeves (I think that is what they are called). I bought a set and they did seem to keep me up better. I used these on several loads and they didn't seem to adversely affect my flying in any way. In fact I like them. I was just wondering if there were any opinions out there on using them. In an earlier post someone mentioned they may create problems when reaching for a grip. I can see how there could be more drag, but I haven't noticed any problems yet. I only used them on 5 or 6 jumps at Perris. I didn't need them on the other loads I was on. It is handy to adjust your fall rate by using a pair of baggy sleeves. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weid14 0 #2 February 14, 2002 for big ways and the like they are not to bad, if you're into 4way and that sort of skydiving, then they hinder your movements. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
billvon 2,400 #3 February 14, 2002 I use sleeves for big ways often, mainly when I'm using my chest-mount camera and I have an extra 5 pounds there. As long as you use them when you really need them, and not when you don't, the arm thing won't be much of an issue - you'll be flying arms-out anyway to maintain your fall rate.-bill von Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites